I read this thread with hope. The key, whatever your political ideology, is to STAY involved. As the "heat" of the presidential battle dissipates, the day-to-day of governance and policy will soon begin. Despite how "boring" this may appear to some, this is exactly where people need to stay vigilant; if not on the national level, stay informed on how policy initiatives, if enacted, will affect your state/local area.
If you're alligned with a particular political party/ideology, consider a) giving your service, or b) encouraging those you could support to get involved. Run for the zoning board, school board, city council, etc... Most national politicans come from state legislatures; most state legislature members come from local government service in some form: council, school board, etc... Or pick an interest/cause and work on its behalf. As it rises in importance, believe me, the politicians will take notice.
I'm encouraged by the interest/involvement that's taken place these last 3 months. But to ultimately get the government we want, we need to stay in the fight.
(Of course there are a grip of things we need to do economically, but that's a whole 'nuther thread.)
Stay up, yall. We're going to make it.
